January 30, 2026 – A recent consumer report has brought attention to a serious safety concern, alleging that recalled MGA’s Miniverse Make It Mini Lifestyle sets were observed for sale at a Walmart Supercenter in Hattiesburg, MS. These products were previously recalled due to hazardous levels of resins capable of causing skin, eye, and respiratory irritation or sensitization.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On December 20, 2025, a vigilant consumer reported discovering MGA’s Miniverse Make It Mini Sets on the shelves of the Walmart Supercenter located at 6072 US-98, Hattiesburg, MS 39402. The consumer explicitly noted that these specific products had been officially recalled. The incident report, filed on December 29, 2025, highlighted the grave safety implications of recalled items remaining available for purchase, effectively circumventing critical consumer protection measures established by the recall. The original recall was initiated due to the presence of certain resins in the product that can induce irritation or sensitization upon contact with skin, eyes, or if inhaled.
Safety Concerns
The continued availability of recalled MGA’s Miniverse Make IT MINI LIFESTYLE sets poses significant health risks to consumers, particularly children who are the primary users of these craft kits.
- Immediate Dangers: Exposure to the resins in these recalled products can lead to immediate adverse reactions. This includes skin irritation such as redness, itching, and rashes, as well as eye irritation characterized by redness, watering, and discomfort. Inhalation of vapors from the resins can cause respiratory irritation, manifesting as coughing, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, especially for individuals with sensitivities or respiratory conditions like asthma.
- Long-Term Risks: Perhaps most concerning is the potential for sensitization. Repeated exposure, even to low levels of the problematic resins, can cause an individual to become sensitized. Once sensitized, even minimal future contact can trigger a severe allergic reaction, which may include intense skin rashes, blistering, or more pronounced respiratory distress. This sensitization is often permanent.
- Who Might Be Affected: Children, due to their developing immune systems, smaller body size, and tendency to put objects in or near their mouths, are especially vulnerable to these hazards. Parents, caregivers, and anyone handling the product are also at risk.
- Property Damage Potential: While the primary concern with this recall is personal injury, improper disposal of the resin components could potentially lead to environmental contamination, although this is secondary to the direct health risks.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who may have purchased or received MGA’s Miniverse Make IT MINI LIFESTYLE sets should take immediate action to ensure their safety and that of their families.
- Immediate Steps to Take: If you own an MGA’s Miniverse Make IT MINI LIFESTYLE set, immediately stop using it, especially the resin components. Do not open or manipulate the resin packages.
- How to Check If They Own the Affected Product: Consumers should verify if their product is part of the recalled batch. While the incident report refers to “recalled products,” specific batch information for the recall would typically be available on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website. It is advisable to visit CPSC.gov and search for the specific MGA’s Miniverse recall to get detailed identification guidance and instructions for returning the product or obtaining a refund.
- Prevention Measures: Securely store the product in a place inaccessible to children and pets. Do not attempt to modify or fix the product. Follow the specific instructions provided in the official recall notice for proper disposal or return.
- Reporting Procedures: If you observe recalled products, or any product you suspect to be hazardous, still being offered for sale, it is crucial to report this to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. This helps ensure that unsafe products are removed from the market and prevents further incidents.
Manufacturer’s Response
MGA Entertainment Inc provided a response on January 29, 2026, stating: “The old product resin formulation that was subject of recall is no longer in circulation. All current items contain a new formulation that is fully compliant with all the applicable safety regulations.” While the manufacturer indicates that newly produced items are compliant, the incident reported by the consumer specifically concerns recalled products from the *old formulation* allegedly still being available for sale on retail shelves, which is a critical distinction that poses a risk to consumers.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.